Chita Rivera

Known For: Acting
Gender: Female
Date of Birth: January 23, 1933
Day of Death: January 30, 2024 (91 years old)
Place of Birth: Washington, D.C., USA
Chita Rivera (January 23, 1933 - January 30, 2024) was an American actress, dancer, and singer best known for creating roles in musical theatre hits such as Anita in "West Side Story," Rosie in "Bye Bye Birdie," Velma in "Chicago" and Aurora in "Kiss of the Spider Woman." She received 2 Tony Awards (from a record 10 nominations), a Kennedy Center Honor and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.